domme

[ dom ]

noun

, Informal.

1. a woman who plays the dominant role in a BDSM sexual encounter or relationship.

Word History and Origins

Origin of domme¹

First recorded in 1995–2000; shortening and alteration of dominatrix ( def )

Example Sentences

The singer once identified by her shock of green hair has gone blonde and full bombshell, swapping her trademark sweats for a style more domme than deb: pink Gucci corset and skirt over Agent Provocateur skivvies, accessorized with latex gloves and leggings.

From New York Times

“My domme definitely comes first,” he said.

From New York Times

Mistress Marley invited her to join Black Domme Sorority, a collective she started to help Black women navigate the world of financial domination.

From New York Times

A few years ago, more than a decade after I quit working as a domme, a friend texted me a link to an event listing for something called a cuddle party.

From New York Times

Unless you find a domme or someone committed to doing as many crimes as humanly possible, I don’t believe you’ll have any ease in finding a full-time “bad girl.”

From Slate